Come see Appleton native and UWM alum, Willem Dafoe, who has been nominated for Best Supporting Actor in The Florida Project.
When: February 27 at 12:30 PM
Where: Seniors in the Park
Dustin Reichwald
Whitewater High School Band Culver’s Fundraiser
Stop by Culver’s of Whitewater on Tuesday, February 27 from 5 pm-8 pm and Culver’s will donate a percentage of the sales to the Whitewater HS Band!!!
Live student performances will happen between 5 pm-8 pm.
Irvin L. Young Memorial Library Programs & Events – Week of February 26th through March 4th
S.H.E.L.F. Sock Drive! The Society of House Elves Living Free (S.H.E.L.F.) has banded together at the library to host a sock drive for the Twin Oaks Shelter. Show some love and donate new men’s, women’s, and children’s socks. Leave donations with Dobby in the Lobby or place in your returned books!
Scientifically Ever-After
Monday, February 26th 4:00-5:30 p.m.
Help your favorite fairytale characters conquer the world with science and art. Children age 5+ are invited to this hands-on workshop. Solve fairytale conundrums with different STEAM activities. No registration required. Caregiver must be present. Supplies are first come, first serve.
Rhyme Time
Ages Birth-3 years
Tuesday, February 27th 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Rhyme Time offers caregivers and children the perfect opportunity to engage with songs, rhymes, and simple stories. Each 20-30 minute class period is followed by a play time.
Young Adult Advisory Council
Ages 11-18 years
Tuesday, February 27th 4:00-5:00 p.m.
Youth age 11-18 are invited to make friends, eat food, and have a positive impact within their community. Under the direction of the Youth Educational Services Librarian, YAAC members select and review books, movies, and music for the young adult area; design and implement library programs and services for teens; and positively represent the library to their peers. Interested teens should contact Deana Rolfsmeyer (drolfsmeyer@whitewater-wi.gov) for an application.
Wednesday, February 28
Crime Club, 7:00 p.m.
Dr. Seuss is on the Loose!
Thursday, March 1st – Saturday, March 31st
Dr. Seuss is on the loose at the Irvin L. Young Memorial Library! Throughout the month of March there will be Dr. Seuss related crafts and activities in the Children’s Department and the Maker Space. Activities are open to all ages!
Growing Readers
Ages 3-5 years
Thursday, March 1st 9:30-10:30 a.m.
Growing Readers allows children and their favorite adult to engage with songs, rhymes, stories, and play. Each session includes picture books, movement activities, and nursery rhymes. Each 30 minute class period is followed by art or activities and a play time.
Breakfast at the Big Screen
Friday, March 2nd 10:30 a.m.
Enjoy your break from school with a movie and breakfast at the library! In this week’s feature, a young boy programs a robot to help him save the world! Breakfast is provided by the library. All ages are welcome and no registration is required.
Winter Reading Program
Please note that the Winter Reading Program ends on Friday, March 2nd at 5:30. No raffle slips will be accepted after that.
UW-Whitewater Sports: Women’s Basketball Wins WIAC Tournament Title; Wrestling – Three Advance to NCAA Championships; UW-Whitewater Track and Field – Men Second, Women Sixth at WIAC Indoor Championships
Photo by Bob Mischka
Women’s Basketball: No. 12 UW-Whitewater 68, No. 23 UW-Oshkosh 65, Win WIAC Conference Tournament
The No. 12 ranked University of Wisconsin- Whitewater women’s basketball team defeated 23rd-ranked UW-Oshkosh, 68-65, in the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletics Conference Tournament Championship final Saturday afternoon at Kachel Gymnasium.
With the victory, the Warhawks earned the conference’s automatic bid into the NCAA Division III Tournament for the second straight season. The tournament selection show will air Monday, Feb. 26, at 1:30 p.m. live on NCAA.com.
For more at UWWSports.com, 
UW-Whitewater Wrestling: Three Advance to NCAA Championships, Warhawks Place Third at Regional
The No. 8 ranked University of Wisconsin-Whitewater wrestling team placed third at the two-day, 17-team NCAA Upper Midwest Regional Championships at Augsburg University in Minneapolis, Minn.
Senior Jordan Newman, junior Nicholas Bonomo and sophomore Mike Tortorice will represent the Warhawks at the NCAA Division III Championships on March 9-10 in Cleveland, Ohio, after each finishing among the top three in their respective weight classes.
For more at UWWSports.com,
UW-Whitewater Track and Field Teams Combine for Four WIAC Championships
The University of Wisconsin-Whitewater men’s and women’s track and field teams posted several impressive results on the second and final day of the Wisconsin Intercollegiate Athletic Conference Indoor Championships (Presented by Culver’s) at UW-Stevens Point.
The No. 6 Warhawk men placed second with a final score of 105, while the 17th-ranked women finished sixth with a score of 51.50.
For complete results at UWWSports.com,
Whippet Girls Solid Basketball Season Comes to an End with Loss in Regional Playoffs
Photos by Bob Mischka
Shoreland Lutheran beat the Whippets in the second round of the WIAA Regional Playoffs on Friday, Feb 23. The final score was 59-52. Allison Heckert led the Whippet scoring with 19 followed by Miranda Reynolds with 14. This ends the WHS Girls Basketball 2017-18 season.
From Coach Judy Harms:
We turned the ball over way too many times tonight, several during key moments, and had a very poor shooting night. Defensively we allowed Shoreland’s top player, Chelby Koker, to get her 31, including 10 for 10 from the line. Lauren Heathcock also poured in 22. Between the two of them we needed to do a better job at stopping their shots. Tournament time teams need to step it up, and tonight we just didn’t do that.
Virginia (Weiss) Stamm, age 89, passed on to the next life on February 22, 2018, as a result of a broken hip.
Virginia Rose Weiss was born in Lima Township, Wisconsin to Leonard and Clara (Turner) Weiss on July 31, 1928. A 1946 graduate of Whitewater High School, she married Douglas Zuill Stamm on October 9, 1948. In 1967, the family moved from Whitewater to Waukesha, where Virginia continued to be a loving mother and she worked for Automatic Electric and later for K-Mart.
She was survived by five children: Paul Douglas Stamm, Laura (Dan) Berge, Jo Ellen (Stanley) Larson, Peter (Diane) Stamm, and Dean Leo Stamm and six grandchildren: John Stamm, Karl Stamm, JoAnne (Berge) Weber, Emily (Larson) Erman, Ruth (Larson) Diekmeier, and Dayna (Stamm) Olson, and eleven great-grandchildren. She was preceded in death by her husband, Doug Stamm (d. 7/17/07), her parents and brother Edwin Weiss, and former daughter-in-law Anne Forkes.
Interment will be in St. Joseph Catholic Cemetery, Waukesha.
David Peter Schafer, age 61, passed away on February 20, 2018.
David Peter Schafer was born September 1, 1956, in International Falls, MN, to Joseph and Rosemary (Pfau) Schafer. He was 61 years old when he died from Cancer. He graduated in 1975 from Milton High School. David was in the Navy before he married. On July 9, 1983, he married Dawn Engelbrecht at St. Mary Catholic Church in Milton. They had two children. He was a student at UW Whitewater, where he was completing his degree when he died.
He is survived by his two children, Tyler and Alyssa Schafer; and by one granddaughter, Cassandra Schafer; his mother, Rosemary; one brother and eight sisters: Joe, Kathy, Carol, Jackie (Jeff) Eggen, Barbara (Bruce) Spreen, Mary (Jim) Slowey, Lois (John) Severance, Theresa (Ed) Mathews and Linda (Rich) Jass; and many nieces and nephews. He was preceded in death by his father, Joseph; nephew, Johnny Severance; and niece, Lisa Slowey.
There will be a celebration of his life at a later date this spring.
Albrecht Funeral Homes & Cremation Services, 828 S. Janesville Street, Milton is assisting the family. 608-868-2542. www.albrechtfuneralhomes.com
RODGERS + HAMMERSTEIN’S CINDERELLA to Play Young Auditorium; Sunday, March 4th at 7:00 pm
With its fresh new take on the beloved tale of a young woman who is transformed from a chambermaid into a princess, this hilarious and romantic Rodgers + Hammerstein’s CINDERELLA combines the story’s classic elements – glass slippers, pumpkin, and a beautiful ball along with some surprising twists. More than just a pretty face with the right shoe size, this Cinderella is a contemporary figure living in a fairytale setting. She is a spirited young woman with savvy and soul who doesn’t let her rags or her gowns trip her up in her quest for kindness, compassion, and forgiveness. She longs to escape the drudgery of her work at home and instead work to make the world a better place. She not only fights for her own dreams but forces the prince to open his eyes to the world around him and realize his dreams too.
Rodgers + Hammerstein’s CINDERELLA has music by Richard Rodgers, lyrics by Oscar Hammerstein II, a new book by Douglas Carter Beane and original book by Oscar Hammerstein II. Originally directed by Mark Brokaw and choreographed by Josh Rhodes, the tour is directed by Gina Rattan and choreographed by Lee Wilkins. Music adaptation and arrangements are by David Chase and music supervision is by Greg Anthony Rassen. Orchestrations are by Bill Elliott and are adapted from the original Broadway orchestrations by Danny Troob.
One of Rodgers + Hammerstein’s most popular titles, Rodgers + Hammerstein’s CINDERELLA was written for television — debuting in 1957 starring Julie Andrews. In 2013, the show made its long-overdue Broadway debut. Along with CINDERELLA, Richard Rodgers and Oscar Hammerstein’s legendary musicals include OKLAHOMA!, Carousel, The King and I, South Pacific and The Sound of Music.
Mr. Beane’s book for Rodgers + Hammerstein’s CINDERELLA blends masterfully with the musical’s cherished score with songs including “In My Own Little Corner,” “Impossible/It’s Possible,” “Ten Minutes Ago” and “Do I Love You Because You’re Beautiful?” The creative team includes scenic design by Tony® Award nominee Anna Louizos, costume design by six-time Tony® Award-winner William Ivey Long, lighting design by Tony® Award-winner Kenneth Posner and sound design by Tony® Award nominee Nevin Steinberg.
The Rodgers + Hammerstein’s CINDERELLA tour is produced by Work Light Productions. CINDERELLA was produced on Broadway by Robyn Goodman, Jill Furman, Stephen Kocis, Edward Walson, Venetian Glass Productions, The Araca Group, Luigi Caiola & Rose Caiola, Roy Furman, Walt Grossman, Peter May/Sanford Robertson, Glass Slipper Productions LLC/Eric Schmidt, Ted Liebowitz/James Spry, Blanket Fort Productions and in association with Center Theatre Group.
For more information, or to purchase tickets, visit www.youngauditorium.com, stop in to the Greenhill Center of the Arts Box Office (located in the Greenhill Center of the Arts atrium on the UW-Whitewater campus), or call (262) 472-2222. Tickets ordered online can be printed at home (small fees apply for this service).
5th Annual Optimist Trivia Night Event Raises $11,000
The 5th Annual Optimist Trivia Night was held on February 16, 2018, in the James R. Connor University Center at UW-Whitewater. Nearly 200 people and 24 teams participated in the fund-raising event. Participants had the chance to feel like a winner not only by playing Team Trivia, but also through Individual Trivia, the Silent Auction, Bucket Raffle, and Cash Raffle.
Coming in first place for Team Trivia was the Janesville Wednesday Morning Optimist Team, and in second place was the Empty Nesters. Prizes were also handed out to the teams who had the best costume, funniest answers, and for being the most spirited.
Money raised from the event will go towards the Whitewater Food Pantry, the Whitewater Unified School District Family Emergency Fund, the Whitewater Middle School LMC Outdoor Classroom, the Whitewater Bethel House, the UW-Whitewater Children’s Center New Sensory Room, along with other youth programs sponsored by the the UW-Whitewater/Community and UW-Whitewater Student Optimist Clubs.
Without the support of our sponsors, none of this would have been possible. The Optimist Clubs would like to thank Trivia Night’s Main Event Sponsor, Thrivent Financial, for their significant donation, along with volunteering their time.
The Optimist Clubs would also like to acknowledge the following for their sponsorship of the trivia rounds: Burtness Chevrolet, McCullough’s Pharmacy, Fox Chiropractic, JM Carpets, Coburn Company, Kim Adams & Angie Alesci, Binning & Dickens, Edward Jones, Fairhaven Senior Services, First Citizens Bank, 841 Brew House, and The Sweet Spot.
Thank you to Dalee Water, Weber & Associates Public Relations, Premier Bank, Pizza Hut, Toppers, and Walmart; the clubs appreciate your contributions and volunteered time. The Optimist Clubs would also like to thank our Friend of Youth sponsors; UW-W Warhawk Alley, Window Genie, Lanora and Craig Heim, and LSM Chiropractic.
A big thank you to those who came to the 5th Annual Optimist Trivia Night to play along with the Optimist Members. Gross proceeds of around $11,000 from the event will help the Whitewater community with a number of great causes.
Kettle Moraine Land Trust Earns National Recognition
Kettle Moraine Land Trust announced it has renewed its Land Trust Alliance accreditation – proving once again that, it is committed to professional excellence and to maintaining the public’s trust in its conservation work.
“We at Kettle Moraine Land Trust are dedicated to the conservation of lakes, streams, wildlife habitat, forests and wetlands in Walworth County”, said Dave DeAngelis, President. “Our talented board has shown that it can make a big difference in the community. It is important to us that the residents of Walworth County have access to the pristine parks and natural habitat in our area. We at Kettle Moraine Land Trust are committed to sustaining that access for present and future generations.”
Kettle Moraine Land Trust had to provide extensive documentation and undergo a comprehensive review as part of its accreditation renewal. The Land Trust Accreditation Commission awarded the renewed accreditation, signifying its confidence that Kettle Moraine Land Trust’s lands will be protected forever.
Led by Maggie Zoellner, Executive Director, the Board of Directors provided documentation to show Kettle Moraine Land Trust had lived up to the standards of the initial accreditation in 2012, which include high legal and ethical components.
Accredited Kettle Moraine Land Trusts must renew every five years, confirming their compliance with national quality standards and providing continued assurance to donors and landowners of their commitment to forever steward their land and easements. Almost 20 million acres of farms, forests and natural areas vital to healthy communities are now permanently conserved by an accredited Land Trust.
Founded in 2000, Kettle Moraine Land Trust has four public preserves and several conservation easements, as well as a partnership with Walworth County to manage Price Park and Natureland Park. Kettle Moraine Land Trust also provides educational events to students at area middle and high schools, as well as public events such as Meet the Monarchs, held last year. Kettle Moraine Land Trust also partners in management with the Wisconsin Department of Natural Resources at Beulah Bog State Natural Area.
“It is exciting to recognize Kettle Moraine Land Trust with this distinction,” said Tammara Van Ryn, executive director of the Commission. “Accredited Kettle Moraine Land Trusts are united behind strong ethical standards ensuring the places people love will be conserved forever. Accreditation recognizes Kettle Moraine Land Trust has demonstrated sound finances, ethical conduct, responsible governance, and lasting stewardship.”